She was born in Sibley, IA to Rev. Bert and Mrs. Grada Vanden Brink. She graduated from Pella Christian High School in 1954, and later that year married Abe Kalsbeek of Castlewood, SD. After a handful of years on the farm in Castlewood, they moved to Phoenix, AZ for the warmer weather.
The church was central to her life, Glee was a founding member of two churches in the valley. She played piano and organ for services as well as participated in and led Bible studies. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, and reading.
Glee was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years Abe, and her eldest child Bonnie DiRienzo. She is survived by her sons Jeffrey and Allen (Julie) Kalsbeek, daughter Karen (Brian) Banser, her grandchildren Chloe, Spencer, and Mason, all her siblings, Joyce Van Englehoven, Betty Spykerman, Ken (Dorothy) Vanden Brink, and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of her life will be held at 10:30am on June 19th 2021, at Valley of the Sun Mortuary. Which is located at 10940 E Chandler Heights Rd. Chandler AZ 85248.
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